Summary
Andrew Lambert is a mechanical engineer specializing in product development, with 13 years of experience building robust, manufacturable hardware from prototype to mass production. Based in San Francisco, he currently leads mechanical design at Cisco for rugged enterprise devices, driving high-volume, cost-effective solutions while owning thermal, vibration, and IP considerations across the full development cycle. He has led the creation of the Catalyst IW9165D IP67 Wireless AP and other products, built and automated a $1.5 million thermal testing and 3D printing lab, and delivered proof-of-concept prototypes to explore new technologies. Andrew holds a BS in Mechanical Engineering from San Jose State University (cum laude) and an AS from Diablo Valley College (honors), and he holds 1 patent and 1 defensive publication with others pending. Prior to Cisco, he founded Happy Tails Pet Care, a small business, demonstrating leadership, customer service, and operations skills. He thrives in fast-paced environments, learns quickly, and brings a rare blend of hands-on design, manufacturing know-how, and a competitive, results-driven mindset.
14 years of coding experience
19 years of employment as a software developer
San José State University
Associate of Science - AS, Mechanical Engineering, Graduated with Honors, Associate of Science - AS, Mechanical Engineering, Graduated with Honors at Diablo Valley College